Jake Johannsen has been making people laugh in clubs nationwide and countless TV appearances for the past forty years, bringing his highly offbeat and surreal take on life to …

1 day ago · 1 Golden Hour (Lyric Opera House) The Joffrey Ballet’s mixed-rep program features a new, reimagined adaptation of “Princess and the Pea” by Dani Rowe, a world premiere by the …

2 days ago · With education, the Lookingglass will slowly bring in more tuition-based programs, including reviving its summer camp, Foster says. The new lobby space will allow Lookingglass …

Jan 7, 2025 · Charin Alvarez Don’t be surprised if you recognize Charin Alvarez, as her extensive career in Chicago theater and film continues to grow. Alvarez has been acting in Chicago …

Jan 7, 2025 · Chicago stages have been described as petri dishes for talent development, with the city seen as a particularly fertile launching pad for the stars of tomorrow, whether in acting, …

Jan 7, 2025 · The Laughing City: The 312 Comedy Festival Brings Top Comedy Stars to Chicago Chicago’s reputation for comedy has primarily been rooted in having the best improv scene on …

Jan 7, 2025 · Sought-after choreographer Aszure Barton was named Hubbard Street Dance Chicago’s second-ever resident artist in 2023 and has been adding gems to the company’s …

Jan 31, 2024 · Dance Top 5: February 2024 February brings local favorites like the Joffrey and Hubbard Street, along with international stalwarts to Chicago dance stages.

Jan 9, 2024 · Nicole Clarke-Springer and Makeda Crayton Artistic Director and Executive Director, Deeply Rooted Dance Theater It’s been an exciting year for Deeply Rooted; the …

Jan 9, 2024 · Lawrence Daufenbach Executive Director/Founder, Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture It’s more than just a name change for the former Athenaeum Theatre: Lawrence …